Women’s Health: Understanding the Importance of Regular Check-ups and Screenings
When it comes to women’s health, the importance of regular checkups and screenings can’t be overstated. Prevention and early detection are the keys to living…
September 6, 2023
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Managing Chronic Conditions: How Personalized Care Plans Improve Health Outcomes
Living with a chronic condition can be challenging, but with the right approach to healthcare, it is possible to lead a fulfilling and healthy life!…
August 29, 2023
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Comprehensive Family Medicine: The Benefits of Having a Primary Care Physician
When it comes to your family’s health, nothing can replace the experience and knowledge that comes from a trusted primary care physician. Also called a…
August 11, 2023
When should I request lab tests for a medical condition?
Lab tests are essential for diagnosing mystery illnesses or symptoms; they provide a picture of what’s going on inside the body, giving you valuable insight…
July 27, 2023
What’s the best way to stay proactive about your health?
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is the often repeated saying in medicine. A proactive approach to health can go far…
July 14, 2023
What are the symptoms of asthma in adolescents and when should you bring them in for asthma diagnosis and treatment?
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can affect people at any age; identifying and managing asthma is especially important for adolescents’ overall health and…
June 28, 2023
How we test for healthy blood vessels
Supporting the health of our patients is central to our practice at Westgate Family Physicians. The condition of your blood vessels can impact your overall…
June 12, 2023
What happens after skin lesion removal?
Did you know that in addition to annual exams, medical testing and pediatric care, family physicians routinely perform skin lesion removal? Lesions, such as moles…
May 26, 2023
Does insurance cover PRP therapy? (Platelet-rich plasma injections)
Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is a regenerative medical treatment for muscular and joint pain. We are just beginning to understand the many ways PRP injections…
May 11, 2023
When would I need to schedule a workers’ compensation exam?
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to cover the medical costs associated with your treatment and…
April 27, 2023